AFL Power vs Saints Draftstars DFS Preview and Projections for Round 5, 2026
Last updated: Apr 8, 2026, 11:33AM | Published: Apr 8, 2026, 9:34AM
Draftstars Australia's AFL Power vs Saints Round 5 DFS contest kicks off at 7:15pm AEST on April 12, 2026, and Fantasy Insider has looked at the data for every player in the game to help you create winning line-ups.
An accurate Draftstars cheat sheet is essential for AFL fantasy players. This DFS preview is designed to help you put together your fantasy teams for Draftstars' AFL contests and improve your Supercoach team for Round 5.
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Cheat Sheet and Projections
We have reviewed players from each team in the Port Adelaide vs St Kilda match-up to help you make the best selections on Sunday's slate.
| Selection | Player | Salary | Proj. Pts | Pts/$1K |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stud | Jack Sinclair (STK, DEF) | $15,670 | 109.9 | 7 |
| Value | Will Lorenz (PORT, MID) | $6,000 | 60.3 | 10 |
| Fade | Darcy Byrne-Jones (PORT, DEF) | $10,800 | 65.4 | 6.1 |
| Cheapie | Christian Moraes (PORT, MID) | $6,620 | 54.9 | 8.3 |
According to Fantasy Insider's DFS model, our "stud" is the highest projected scorer across the slate, while "value" picks provide the most "bang for your buck," meaning they're expected to perform well relative to their salary.
Conversely, a "fade" is a player considered to offer lower value for money, based on their expected score relative to their salary. For budget-conscious strategies, "cheapie" options highlight the best value players at lower price points not already mentioned.
In fantasy sports, understanding value—assessing a player's potential output against their salary—is crucial, as players scoring high relative to their cost are key in crafting the optimal line-up.
The "Pts/$1K" metric shows the predicted points for every $1,000 of a player's salary. A higher number indicates better value, making it easier to spot players who could outperform their cost.
Positional Breakdown
DEF (Defender)
| Selection | Player | Salary | Proj. Pts | Pts/$1K |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stud | Jack Sinclair (STK) | $15,670 | 109.9 | 7 |
| Value | Tobie Travaglia (STK) | $6,460 | 51.5 | 8 |
| Fade | Darcy Byrne-Jones (PORT) | $10,800 | 65.4 | 6.1 |
| Cheapie | Anthony Caminiti (STK) | $6,000 | 46.3 | 7.7 |
MID (Midfielder)
| Selection | Salary | Salary | Proj. Pts | Pts/$1K |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stud | Zak Butters (PORT) | $15,580 | 108.9 | 7 |
| Value | Will Lorenz (PORT) | $6,000 | 60.3 | 10 |
| Fade | Max Hall (STK) | $11,830 | 72.1 | 6.1 |
| Cheapie | Christian Moraes (PORT) | $6,620 | 54.9 | 8.3 |
FWD (Forward)
| Selection | Player | Salary | Proj. Pts | Pts/$1K |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stud | Jason Horne-Francis (PORT) | $13,230 | 88.6 | 6.7 |
| Value | Rowan Marshall (STK) | $8,950 | 72 | 8 |
| Fade | Max Hall (STK) | $11,830 | 72.1 | 6.1 |
| Cheapie | Max King (STK) | $7,490 | 58.4 | 7.8 |
RK (Ruckman)
| Selection | Player | Salary | Proj. Pts | Pts/$1K |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stud | Tom De Koning (STK) | $11,900 | 84.7 | 7.1 |
| Value | Rowan Marshall (STK) | $8,950 | 72 | 8 |
Please note that we will update our AFL Draftstars tips as soon as teams are officially announced.
Conclusion
In DFS, creating an optimal line-up requires understanding key concepts and metrics. When building your AFL Power vs Saints Round 5 teams, consider starting with a value player like Will Lorenz. To secure one of the highest projected scorers, Jack Sinclair is a strong option. If you're seeking budget-friendly choices to free up salary cap for more studs, take a look at our cheapie options, including Christian Moraes.
On the other hand, according to our model, Darcy Byrne-Jones is one of the worst value options in this game, suggesting you might want to limit exposure to him if building multiple line-ups.
Ready to go? Draftstars' AFL Power vs Saints slate closes at 7:15pm AEST on Sunday. ENTER NOW!
As with all AFL DFS contests, whether you start with our studs or build around our value picks, leveraging Fantasy Insider's data-driven AFL fantasy news and strategies, combined with your own research, can enhance your chances of winning in the AFL Power vs Saints Round 5 contest. The unique insights here can help you maximize points while adhering to the salary cap when you make your AFL DFS line-ups.
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For more on this game, dive into our full Port Adelaide vs St Kilda prediction, where you will find the latest odds and tips for the main betting markets.
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